The Fred Meyer West store reopened at 5:57 p.m. on Saturday.

The Fred Meyer West store leader declined to comment and referred the News-Miner's questions to Fairbanks Police Department.

Updated at 6 p.m., Saturday.

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Fairbanks law enforcement and emergency crews evacuated Fred Meyer West Saturday afternoon after a "suspected explosive device" was found inside the store, according to the Fairbanks Police Department.

The department posted on social media at 4:29 p.m.: "FPD Urgent Alert: A suspected explosive device has been located inside of Fred Meyer West on University Avenue. Please avoid the area and obey all emergency personnel. The building is being evacuated."

Teal Sowden, spokesperson for the police department, confirmed that the 65th Explosive Ordinance Disposal Company at F

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